South London yellow box junctions rake in £451k
Two controversial yellow box junctions in New Malden generated over £450,000 in fines in eight months. Kingston Council says they are legally compliant and will not be changed.
Two controversial yellow box junctions in New Malden generated over £450,000 in fines in eight months. Kingston Council says they are legally compliant and will not be changed.
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